I have only tried reading fictions (mostly thrillers), not many though. I want to make reading a hobby of mine especially reading educational books, but I find it difficult to stay focused and get easily distracted, and then I end up leaving the book half read. I lose interest easily. What do I do? Or Is there any specific kind of books I should go for that might get me hooked?
by Upper-Chipmunk-1898
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Have you tried listening to audiobooks? I like to listen to audiobooks while I do dishes, or some other mindless task with my hands. I can stay focused on the book a lot longer that way.
It’s a great time to dive into some nonfiction—whether it’s self-help, true crime, or any other topic that sparks your curiosity. Sticking to the same genre for too long can get repetitive, so it’s important to mix things up.
Lately, I’ve been reading so much nonfiction that I decided to switch gears and explore crime fiction. It’s been a refreshing change, breaking me out of my usual routine and bringing a new kind of excitement to my reading habit.
One simple way to stay consistent is by setting a daily alarm as a reminder to read at least 10 pages, or set aside 15 minutes. Small efforts add up over time—by the end of the year, you’ll be amazed at how many books you’ve finished.
Most importantly, read for enjoyment. Let it be a source of relaxation rather than a task to complete. You don’t have to absorb every detail—sometimes, it’s just about the experience of getting lost in a good book.
Have you tried taking time away from electronics? 2 to 4 weeks of using your phone only to talk to other people?
Attention span and focus are trainable skills. If you didn’t grow up in the pre-electronics era and learn these as a kid, you may have to learn them now.
Set aside the phone and all the other entertainment, and force yourself to experience boredom, which will force you to go out and find things that satisfy you. Reading may be one of those things. But your phone will always be more entertaining than a book, at least until your brain learns to be content with stillness.
Try branching out of genres, or find a non fiction topic you are interested in